My Impromptu, Difficult Interview with Fox News on the Connecticut Tragedy

Yesterday I flew to Dallas to do a follow-up interview with Fox news about my book Enough. They wanted to talk about how to apply its principles during the Christmas holidays. When I walked into the studio I was informed that my interview had been moved up 20 minutes and would lead the 1:00 PM hour. I was also informed that we would not be talking about Enough, but rather the “breaking news.” I replied, “What breaking news?”

I had been sequestered in my car and an airport all morning and knew nothing of the terrible events in Newtown. Three minutes later I found myself in front of a camera talking to people all over the world about what I had only learned of moments before. I was actually asking the producer for information about the shootings while the segment was being introduced.

The interview was conducted by Lauren Green, the chief religion correspondent for Fox and a journalist for whom I have immense respect. She and her team were themselves scrambling to keep up with the day’s unfolding events. But I have to admit, I no longer wanted to be there. I was sick at my stomach and wanted to go back to my car and just grieve.

Anyway, to watch the interview just click the image below. It’s a bit long (13 minutes) and gets off to a slow start, but the topics we address are quite serious. I welcome your comments.